# Water Tower Living Spaces The Chateau D'eau is Both Modern and Artistic By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-09-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chateau-d-eau References: [bham.be](http://bham.be/?page_id=218) The [Chateau D'eau](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chteau-la-banquire) in Steenokkerzeel, Belgium is another home that can be added to the list that have been [reclaimed, recycled and transformed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ol6) into a modern day living-space. Revamped from an [old and used water tower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blademade-1), the Chateau D'eau exemplifies modern day artistry while staying true to its original structure and look. With six floors designed with an open-room concept, white furniture, and black accents, the Chateau D'eau is stylish, modern, and perfect for any green-oriented individual looking for a unique living space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Reclaimed Living Spaces:** Repurposing old structures like water towers into modern living spaces offers a sustainable and creative solution for housing shortages. - **Open-room Concepts:** Designing living spaces with open-room concepts allows for a flexible and versatile interior layout, catering to the needs of modern living. - **Eco-friendly Architecture:** Embracing eco-friendly designs in residential architecture, such as the Chateau D'eau, presents opportunities for innovative solutions that combine sustainability and aesthetics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Real Estate:** The real estate industry can explore the market potential of transforming unconventional structures into desirable living spaces. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can leverage the open-room concept trend to create functional and visually appealing living spaces. - **Architecture:** Incorporating eco-friendly designs into architecture projects offers architects the chance to stand out in a competitive market while prioritizing sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Water Tower Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vga-water-tower.md) - [Paris Stable-Transformed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garibaldi.md) - [Modernist Reconfigured Belgian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beev.md) - [Converted Industrial Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1960s-warehouse.md) - [Minimalist Townhouse Renos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/townhouse-vi.md) - [Elevated Water Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bird-mammal-shelter.md) - [Exposed Concrete Steelwork Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamat-house.md) - [Art Deco-Tower Angular Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-libeskind.md) - [Post Office-Transformed Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brest-post-office.md)